Roles and missions of the General Secretary
The General Secretary is a high-ranking individual within an organization. One of his main roles is to make important decisions that influence the whole organization. He or she is also responsible for general administration and day-to-day operations. More specifically, the General Secretary is responsible for the following tasks:
Manage the organization's finances and finances.
Find ways to safeguard the health and safety of employees and customers.
Oversee and update company plans and policies.
Collaborate with other members of the organization to achieve common strategic objectives.
Ensure effective implementation of processes.
Provide advice and opinions to other members of the organization.
Handle negotiations with suppliers and customers.
Maintain relations with the media and public authorities.
Ensure that the organization complies with applicable laws and regulations.
Make strategic decisions and organize meetings to direct the organization.
The General Secretary also ensures that all members of the organization are kept informed of developments and changes. In addition, the General Secretary may be responsible for recruiting and training employees to ensure that the organization runs smoothly. Finally, the General Secretary is responsible for communicating with the organization's stakeholders.
Salary and career development of a general secretary
The salary of a company secretary varies widely. It depends mainly on the general secretary's experience and skills, but also on the company he or she works for. In France, the gross annual salary of a company secretary varies according to professional experience:
0 to 2 years: between €20,500 and €28,500.
2 to 5 years: between €28,000 and €35,900.
5 to 10 years: between €35,000 and €46,000.
10 to 15 years: between €46,000 and €56,000.
Over 15 years: more than €56,000.
Once you've made a good start in your career as a company secretary, you can move on to a number of other career paths in parallel:
Director of an organization or institution.
Project manager for a public or private organization.
Director of human resources for a company.
Project manager in a consulting firm.
Product manager for a service company.
